No, the Big 12 is not expanding, for now. Acting commissioner Chuck Neinas said Wednesday that conference athletic directors confirmed that they are comfortable with 10 members.

“We feel we’re really well-positioned right now with 10,” said Iowa State’s Jamie Pollard, the chairman of the Big 12′s athletic directors. “We realize the landscape can change, but at this point we’re in the best position with a 10-member league.”

When asked if they would be willing to say expansion would be shelved for one year, Pollard and Neinas declined specifics. When asked about one persistent rumor, Neinas said “we have not reached out to Florida State.” And there may be offers too good to pass up – if things change dramatically. When questioned about a hypothetical call from Notre Dame seeking membership, Neinas smiled and said: “We would accept that call.”